Blackened Blue Cheese Burgers

• SP3/4 tsp smoked paprika
• GP1/4 tsp garlic powder · for seasoning
• OP1/4 tsp onion powder
• DT1/4 tsp dried thyme
• DO1/4 tsp dried oregano
• CP1/8 to 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• FC1/8 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
• FS1/8 tsp fine sea salt
• M1/3 cup mayonnaise
• CB2 ounce crumbled blue cheese
• DM1 tsp Dijon mustard
• RW1 tsp red wine vinegar
• GP1/4 tsp garlic powder · for sauce
• GB1 pound ground beef · 80/20
• WS1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• KS1/2 tsp kosher salt
• FC1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
• NONeutral oil or butter
• BB4 brioche buns
• B6–8 slice bacon
• FA2 cup fresh arugula
• SR1/4 small red onion

Préparation

1. 1

   Whisk together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and fine sea salt in a small bowl to create the blackened seasoning.

2. 2

   Combine the mayonnaise, blue cheese, Dijon, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, and black pepper in a separate bowl until smooth.

3. 3

   Fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

4. 4

   Mix the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl, then shape into four 3/4-inch thick patties with a small indent in the center. Press the blackened seasoning mixture firmly onto both sides of the patties.

5. 5

   Heat a grill or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat with a little oil or butter. Sear the patties for 3–4 minutes per side until a crust forms and they reach the desired doneness. Let them rest for a few minutes.

6. 6

   Toast the brioche buns until golden and crisp.

7. 7

   Spread the blue cheese sauce on the bottom buns, then layer with the burger patties, crispy bacon, arugula, and thinly sliced red onion.